2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2005 Volkswagen Polo
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model A4 Polo
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1779 cc 1422 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 237 km/hour 165 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 13.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1945 kg 1290 kg
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L


 

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